Job Board Discussions - Home Energy Pros2015-03-03T20:52:50Zhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/group/jobboard/forum?groupUrl=jobboard&feed=yes&xn_auth=noJob Opening - Energy Programs Manager - Frisco, COtag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2015-02-27:6069565:Topic:1763932015-02-27T20:29:26.731ZJennifer Schenkhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/JenniferSchenk
<p>Energy Programs Manager - High Country Conservation Center</p>
<p>Job Description<br></br>General Description of Duties<br></br>The Energy Programs Manager oversees energy-related programs, including the Energy Smart Residential Program and sustainable business programs, as well as conducts home energy audits and ratings. The position requires a technical background in energy management and/or green building with the ability to multitask and provide effective public outreach.<br></br>Application…</p>
<p>Energy Programs Manager - High Country Conservation Center</p>
<p>Job Description<br/>General Description of Duties<br/>The Energy Programs Manager oversees energy-related programs, including the Energy Smart Residential Program and sustainable business programs, as well as conducts home energy audits and ratings. The position requires a technical background in energy management and/or green building with the ability to multitask and provide effective public outreach.<br/>Application Process<br/>Send cover letter and résumé to Jennifer Schenk at jenschenk@highcountryconservation.org by Friday, March 6, 2015 at 5pm. Qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply before the deadline. No phone calls. Estimated start date is April 13, 2015.<br/>Qualifications<br/>Required Education<br/> Bachelor’s degree, preferably with major/minor in environmental or building field.<br/>Required Certifications<br/> Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst certification. Experience with energy audits and energy ratings, including blower door, infrared camera, duct blaster, and basic energy upgrades.</p>
<p>AND/OR<br/> RESNET Rater certification, experience with ENERGY STAR HOMES programs.<br/>Although the above certifications are strongly preferred, equivalent engineering or green building/construction experience with the willingness to earn the above certifications may be considered.<br/>Skills and Attributes<br/> Must be passionate about all facets of environmental stewardship.<br/> Must be able to conduct excellent energy audits and/or energy ratings.<br/> Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.<br/> Construction knowledge and green building experience with the ability to perform “take-offs” from construction drawings.<br/> Ability to collaborate effectively with local governments, businesses, builders, architects, etc.<br/> Capability to develop strategy and funding sources for energy programs.<br/> Conceptual and practical understanding of energy efficiency and renewable energy.<br/> Excellent organizational skills and the ability to provide timely follow-up.<br/> Reliable vehicle and clean driving record are required.<br/> Ability to use MS Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc).<br/> Strong computer aptitude with ability to manage complex data in Sales Force database.</p>
<p>Job Duties and Responsibilities<br/>Energy Smart Colorado Residential Program<br/> Oversee Energy Smart program, which provides energy audits, energy advising, contractor referrals and rebates to Summit County homeowners.<br/> Manage customer data and energy efficiency results in Sales Force. Provide reporting to Executive Director and local funders.<br/> Build relationships with Summit County and town officials, local energy auditors, contractors, and community stakeholders to further develop all energy and green building programs.<br/> Work with Energy Programs Coordinator to organize speakers, topics and logistics for contractor training and homeowner workshops.<br/> Assist Energy Programs Coordinator on Energy Smart marketing and outreach.<br/>Home Energy Audits and Ratings<br/> Conduct home energy audits and complete reports.<br/> Conduct home energy ratings/Energy Star certification for area builders.<br/>Sustainable Business Programs<br/> Manage sustainable business programs in Frisco, Breckenridge and Silverthorne.<br/> Perform energy assessments, energy coaching, and assessment reports to small businesses.<br/> Work with Energy Programs Coordinator and Executive Director on developing program strategic direction and relationships with program funders.</p>
<p>Organizational and Administrative Duties<br/> Assist with planning and attend organizational events, including fundraisers and zero waste events.<br/> Assist Executive Director and Energy Programs Manager with other duties as assigned.<br/> Provide professional customer service and knowledge on all of HC3’s programs when answering phone or in person.<br/> Send out timely invoices to all program funders and HC3 customers.</p> Job Opening: Community Organizer - Redwood City/San Carlos, CAtag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2015-02-18:6069565:Topic:1755402015-02-18T20:58:08.824ZEmpower Efficiencyhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/EmpowerEfficiency
<p>Community Organizer (Redwood City / San Carlos)</p>
<p>Job Title: Community Organizer (Redwood City / San Carlos)</p>
<p>Start Date: This position is available immediately</p>
<p>Employment Type: Full-Time</p>
<p>Location: Redwood City / San Carlos, CA</p>
<p>Background: Empower Efficiency is a small and growing consulting company dedicated to making energy efficiency and renewable energy desirable to consumers. California has some of the most progressive energy and climate policies, setting…</p>
<p>Community Organizer (Redwood City / San Carlos)</p>
<p>Job Title: Community Organizer (Redwood City / San Carlos)</p>
<p>Start Date: This position is available immediately</p>
<p>Employment Type: Full-Time</p>
<p>Location: Redwood City / San Carlos, CA</p>
<p>Background: Empower Efficiency is a small and growing consulting company dedicated to making energy efficiency and renewable energy desirable to consumers. California has some of the most progressive energy and climate policies, setting it apart from the rest of the country. In partnership with local leaders and local electric and gas utilities, Empower Efficiency specializes in developing, implementing, and evaluating large-scale energy efficiency, renewable, and clean energy programs that combine consumer-focused community-based social marketing and grassroots outreach.</p>
<p>We work closely with utilities, local governments, and community groups to motivate, enable, and engage a diverse range of customers in community-wide behavior and culture change programs. Our projects are cutting edge and very fast-paced. We follow the mantra “test, learn, adapt” and are constantly looking for innovative solutions and cost-effective opportunities to further energy efficiency and clean energy adoption.</p>
<p>Empower Efficiency was hired to help increase awareness and demand for energy efficiency behaviors, products, and programs. We are looking for two dynamic and enthusiastic local residents to join our team to help lead outreach efforts for a community-based energy efficiency pilot campaign. The Community Organizers should have a minimum of one to two (1 to 2) years of experience working on grassroots campaigns.</p>
<p>Position Summary: The Community Organizers will be responsible for generating program participation (e.g., recruiting participants) and establishing community connections. We are looking for applicants who know Redwood City and San Carlos and have local ties. They will report to the Lead Community Organizer, and will manage volunteers and community group partners. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: coordinating the strategic planning efforts of this community-based initiative in collaboration with partner organizations, and using grassroots organizing and advocacy methodologies to effectively implement this program. Community Organizers are also responsible for planning local events and workshops, neighborhood canvassing, tabling, other outreach approaches, and careful program tracking through data collection, data entry, and data analysis.</p>
<p>Responsibilities:</p>
<p> Community Organizing: acquire and stay in touch with program participants; manage the creation and implementation of campaign plans; research and attend local tabling events; research and partner with local community organizations; attend relevant municipal meetings; plan local workshops and events; canvass; identify and train local volunteers; build stakeholder relationships; track participant information; enter and quality check data; complete program reports and analysis.<br/> Volunteer Management: identify and train volunteers.<br/> Media: log earned media hits in press book.<br/> Data Entry: log leads into data system.<br/> Contractor Engagement: work with local contractors and vendors on lead acquisition and retention.<br/> Other responsibilities as needed.</p>
<p>Qualifications</p>
<p>Minimum Qualifications:<br/> Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, graduate education is a plus<br/> A minimum of one (1) year of experience with campaign organizing</p>
<p>Desired Qualifications:<br/> Fluency in additional non-English languages, especially Spanish, is a plus<br/> Successful community organizing experience in clean energy, energy efficiency, or sustainability campaigns<br/> Experience building and working with broad-based coalitions, such as, business interests, environmental organizations, health associations, union interests, teachers, faith-based organizations, and others<br/> Strong oral and written communication skills, including experience in preparing and delivering public presentations and communicating directly with lawmakers<br/> Ability to condense and explain technical information to concise and pointed summaries that can be understood by diverse constituents<br/> Ability to work independently and as a collaborative member of a team <br/> Ability to develop and manage interpersonal relationships<br/> Ability to design a work plan, prioritize and meet goals<br/> Computer skills, including: word processing, databases, excel and power point<br/> Well-organized and self-motivated<br/> High attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks under strict deadlines<br/> Ability to maintain a calm demeanor and ability work productively despite competing priorities, stress, and tight deadlines<br/> Must be willing to travel throughout California and work occasional weekday evenings and weekends</p>
<p>Compensation: $40,000 to $50,000 per year (commensurate with experience)</p>
<p>Application Instructions:</p>
<p>Interested candidates should submit the following documents to information@empowerefficiency.com:</p>
<p> Resume – No more than two pages<br/> Cover Letter – Address the following questions in your cover letter:<br/> Why do you want this job?<br/> What do you bring to our team?<br/> What are your top three to five strengths?<br/> At least two professional references (name, phone, email, position, company, span of dates that worked for the reference)</p>
<p>Subject line of the email should read: Community Organizer Redwood City / San Carlos – [First Name Last Name]</p>
<p>Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit your application no later than March 18, 2015.</p> Job Opening - Data Manager, San Francisco or Portlandtag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2015-02-07:6069565:Topic:1750252015-02-07T00:15:23.487ZEmpower Efficiencyhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/EmpowerEfficiency
<p>Data Manager</p>
<p>Job Title: Data Manager</p>
<p>Start Date: This position is available immediately</p>
<p>Employment Type: Full-Time</p>
<p>Location: Portland, Oregon or San Francisco Bay Area, California</p>
<p>Background: Empower Efficiency is a small and growing California-based consulting company dedicated to making energy efficiency and renewable energy desirable to consumers. California has some of the most progressive energy and climate policies in the nation, setting it apart from…</p>
<p>Data Manager</p>
<p>Job Title: Data Manager</p>
<p>Start Date: This position is available immediately</p>
<p>Employment Type: Full-Time</p>
<p>Location: Portland, Oregon or San Francisco Bay Area, California</p>
<p>Background: Empower Efficiency is a small and growing California-based consulting company dedicated to making energy efficiency and renewable energy desirable to consumers. California has some of the most progressive energy and climate policies in the nation, setting it apart from the rest of the country. In partnership with local organizations, leaders, and electric and gas utilities, Empower Efficiency specializes in developing, implementing, and evaluating large-scale energy efficiency, renewable energy, and clean energy programs that combine consumer-focused community-based social marketing and grassroots outreach.</p>
<p>We work closely with utilities, local governments, and community groups to motivate, enable, and engage a diverse range of customers in community-wide behavior and culture change programs. Our projects are cutting edge and very fast paced. We follow the mantra “test, learn, adapt” and are constantly looking for innovative solutions and cost-effective opportunities to further energy efficiency and clean energy adoption.</p>
<p>Empower Efficiency was hired to help increase awareness and demand for energy efficiency behaviors, products, and programs. We are looking for someone who has expertise in data management and energy programs, as well as a passion for data and clean energy issues (especially household energy efficiency). The Data Manager should have a minimum three (3) years experience administering or developing in a Salesforce.com environment. Experience working on Department of Energy (DOE) Better Buildings residential energy efficiency programs is a plus.</p>
<p>Position Summary: The Data Manager will work closely with project administrators, implementers, and other stakeholders to understand the scope of data collection, management, security, Information Technology, and reporting work related to each Empower Efficiency project. Based on the needs of the project, the Data Manager will identify and coordinate with implementation partners to develop data collection processes, proactively address data management issues, ensure data quality and integrity, configure a customized Salesforce.com database to track and report on key program metrics, update and integrate with project websites, and train and on-board new users in data entry and data security protocols. The Data Manager will also develop customized reports and dashboards to monitor data integrity and program performance, and assist administrators in implementing a continuous “test, learn, adapt” approach to every project. The Data Manager is responsible for company IT management, including monitoring and supporting the information security policy and protocols, troubleshooting and supporting IT systems (e.g., email, document storage, website, etc.), incorporating and managing antivirus software and updates, and supporting employees through IT issues.</p>
<p>In addition to a strong background in Salesforce.com development or administration and website content management, the Data Manager must be able to manage complex projects with many moving pieces and oversee task completion, including figuring out processes and moving projects from vision to implementation. A large part of the Data Manager’s work will be data analysis (both within and outside Salesforce.com), data modeling (e.g., program cost-effectiveness, business case, energy savings spreadsheet modeling, etc.), and data reporting of program performance. The Data manager must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, project coordination experience, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management, staff, and outside clients and vendors. The job also requires an individual who is flexible and creative, working both independently and depending on the client and team for direction.</p>
<p>Responsibilities:<br/> Work with clients and project managers to understand and perform the data collection, analysis, and reporting required to inform program development and day-to-day program operational performance<br/> Assist in the configuration of a customized Salesforce.com database that streamlines and automates operations and optimizes efficiency<br/> Train and on-board Salesforce.com users in reporting requirements, data entry, and data security procedures, and develop and update related materials and resources<br/> Develop customized reports and dashboards to provide transparent and continuous feedback to stakeholders and program implementers<br/> Work with the web development team to translate program<br/> Provide website content management and website updates<br/> Proactively identify and coordinate with appropriate parties to resolve emerging data integrity issues<br/> Continuously adapt database to incorporate program changes and process improvements, and work with web developers to ensure program changes are reflected in the program website<br/> Oversee the information security policy implementation, and act as the point-person for data security questions and concerns, and periodically monitor data security to ensure compliance<br/> Act as the company IT manager<br/> Other responsibilities as needed.</p>
<p>Qualifications</p>
<p>Minimum Qualifications:<br/> Bachelor’s Degree, ideally in Database Management or Database Administration<br/> Three plus (3+) years experience administering or developing in a Salesforce.com environment<br/> Ability to work independently and as a member or a team<br/> Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, multiple CRM platforms (especially Salesforce.com, but others are a bonus), WordPress website development, databases, etc.<br/> Experience with energy efficiency programs (e.g., utility programs, contractor-administered home performance, Better Buildings programs, etc.)</p>
<p>Desired Qualifications:<br/> Experience with advanced Salesforce.com development, including Apex coding and Visualforce<br/> Familiarity with community organizing and/or community-based social marketing programs<br/> Strong verbal and written communication skills<br/> Ability to condense and explain technical information in concise and pointed summaries that can be understood by diverse constituents (e.g., communication skills to translate between technical and program aspects)<br/> Ability to design work plans and to prioritize and meet goals under strict deadlines<br/> Well-organized and self-motivated<br/> High attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks under strict deadlines<br/> Passion for a sustainable energy, mission-focused career<br/> Desire to be part of a quickly growing company</p>
<p>Compensation: $65,000 - $85,000 per year (commensurate with experience)</p>
<p>Application Instructions:</p>
<p>Interested candidates should submit the following documents to information@empowerefficiency.com:</p>
<p> Resume – No more than two pages<br/> Cover Letter – Address the following questions in your cover letter:<br/> Why do you want this job?<br/> What do you bring to our team?<br/> What are your top three to five strengths?<br/> At least two professional references (name, phone, email, position, company, span of dates that worked for the reference)</p>
<p>Subject line of the email should read: Data Manager – [First Name Last Name]</p>
<p>Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit your application no later than March 4, 2015.</p>
<p><br/>Empower Efficiency is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p> Job Opening - Redwood City/San Carlos, CA - Marketing Associatetag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2015-01-27:6069565:Topic:1745062015-01-27T23:24:20.218ZEmpower Efficiencyhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/EmpowerEfficiency
<p align="center"><b>Marketing Associate</b></p>
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<p><b>Job Title:</b> Marketing Associate</p>
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<p><b>Start Date:</b> This position is available immediately.</p>
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<p><b>Employment Type:</b> Full-Time</p>
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<p><b>Location:</b> Redwood City, CA / San Carlos, CA</p>
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<p><b>Background:</b> Empower Efficiency is a small and growing consulting company dedicated to making energy efficiency and renewable energy desirable to consumers.…</p>
<p align="center"><b>Marketing Associate</b></p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Job Title:</b> Marketing Associate</p>
<p> </p>
<p><b>Start Date:</b> This position is available immediately.</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Employment Type:</b> Full-Time</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Location:</b> Redwood City, CA / San Carlos, CA</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Background:</b> Empower Efficiency is a small and growing consulting company dedicated to making energy efficiency and renewable energy desirable to consumers. California has some of the most progressive energy and climate policies, setting it apart from the rest of the country. In partnership with local leaders and local electric and gas utilities, Empower Efficiency specializes in developing, implementing, and evaluating large-scale energy efficiency, renewable, and clean energy programs that combine consumer-focused community-based social marketing and grassroots outreach.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>We work closely with utilities, local governments, and community groups to motivate, enable, and engage a diverse range of customers in community-wide behavior and culture change programs. Our projects are cutting edge and very fast-paced. We follow the mantra “test, learn, adapt” and are constantly looking for innovative solutions and cost-effective opportunities to further energy efficiency and clean energy adoption.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Empower Efficiency was hired to help increase awareness and demand for energy efficiency behaviors, products, and programs. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic person to join our team to help lead marketing and outreach efforts for a community-based energy efficiency pilot campaign. The Marketing Associate should have a minimum of three (3) years and preferably five (5) years of experience working on community-based sustainability efforts. The candidate’s educational background should be in Consumer Behavior, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><b>Position Summary:</b> The Marketing Associate will be responsible for working closely with Empower Efficiency’s executive team and the local outreach team in the Redwood City/San Carlos area. The outreach team is composed of three community organizers and many local volunteers. The Marketing Associate is responsible for reporting daily to the Empower executive team, engaging in regular communication with local government staff, and co-creating innovative outreach and marketing strategies to reach program goals.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Marketing Associate must manage complex projects with many moving pieces and oversee task completion, as well as have strong communication and computer skills, excellent interpersonal skills, project coordination experience, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management, staff, and outside clients and vendors. The job also requires an individual who is flexible and creative, working both independently and depending on client and team direction.</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<ul>
<li><u>Marketing, media, and social media relations</u>: create copy and designs for outreach and marketing materials (including presentations, flyers, newsletters, customer communication, web content, etc.); review and edit copy; foster and manage earned media; plan large-scale public events; manage marketing budgets; co-create local media plans; establish relationships with local media outlets; act as the local representative for public appearances.</li>
<li><u>Manage government relations</u>: coordinate with client government relations and government partner staff, represent Empower Efficiency and the client with local officials; maintain ongoing relationship with local government staff; navigate political sensitivities and report to the Executive team; and present at public meetings on behalf of the program.</li>
<li><u>Staff Collaboration</u>: work with Empower Efficiency strategy team to implement marketing and outreach strategies in the local community; work closely with community organizers and local volunteers; assist team in developing plans and prioritizing tasks; work with program manager to proactively identify risks and opportunities; creatively manage team resources to achieve program goals.</li>
<li><u>Team spirit</u>: establish positive team morale; create benchmarks and reward systems; ensure performance goals are met and celebrated; report to Executive staff; contribute to and implement Executive staff’s vision.</li>
<li><u>Other responsibilities as needed, potentially including</u>: business development tasks, such as developing and writing proposals; creating Empower Efficiency marketing materials and collateral; etc.</li>
</ul>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Qualifications</b></p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p>Minimum Qualifications:</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or related field, graduate education is a plus</li>
<li>Three to five (3 to 5) years of experience in marketing, including particular focus or experience with community-based social marketing, psychology, behavioral science, social science, consumer product marketing, etc.</li>
<li>Experience managing staff is a plus</li>
</ul>
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<p> </p>
<p>Desired Qualifications:</p>
<ul>
<li>Familiarity with the San Francisco Bay Area; preference for local San Mateo County candidates</li>
<li>Successful media outreach experience, including skillful press advisories and releases</li>
<li>Strong oral and written communication skills, including experience in preparing and delivering public presentations; experience communicating directly with press is a plus</li>
<li>Marketing background including copy writing, managing media relations, social media, media planning and buying</li>
<li>Expert eye for graphic design</li>
<li>Experience with crisis PR</li>
<li>Experience working on California residential energy efficiency programs and policies</li>
<li>Successful media outreach experience, including skillful press advisories and releases</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to plan large-scale events</li>
<li>Ability to create and manage complex marketing calendars and budgets</li>
<li>Experience in community organizing</li>
<li>Ability to condense and explain technical information in concise and pointed summaries that can be understood by diverse constituents</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as a member of a team</li>
<li>Ability to develop and manage interpersonal relationships</li>
<li>Ability to design work plans, and to prioritize and meet goals under strict deadlines</li>
<li>Minimum computer skills, including: word processing, databases, spreadsheets, presentation, and graphical design software</li>
<li>Well-organized and self-motivated</li>
<li>High attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks under strict deadlines</li>
<li>Ability to maintain a calm demeanor and work productively despite competing priorities, stress, and tight deadlines</li>
<li>Must be willing to travel throughout California and to work occasional weekday evenings and weekends</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><b>Compensation</b>: $65,000 to $105,000 per year (commensurate with experience)</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Application Instructions:</b></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Interested candidates should submit the following documents to <a href="mailto:information@empowerefficiency.com" target="_blank">information@empowerefficiency.com</a>:</p>
<p> </p>
<ul>
<li>Resume – No more than two pages</li>
<li>Cover Letter – Address the following questions in your cover letter:<ul>
<li>Why do you want this job?</li>
<li>What do you bring to our team?</li>
<li>What are your top three to five strengths?</li>
<li>One or more marketing-related work samples; would prefer to see one writing and one graphical example</li>
<li>At least two professional references (name, phone, email, position, company, span of dates that worked for the reference)</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p>Subject line of the email should read: Marketing Associate – [First Name Last Name]</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Application Deadline:</b> Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit your application no later than February 18, 2015.</p> Job Opening - Redwood City/San Carlos, CA - Community Organizertag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2015-01-27:6069565:Topic:1745032015-01-27T23:22:38.872ZEmpower Efficiencyhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/EmpowerEfficiency
<p align="center"><b>Community Organizer (Redwood City / San Carlos)</b></p>
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<p><b>Job Title:</b> Community Organizer (Redwood City / San Carlos)</p>
<p> </p>
<p><b>Start Date:</b> This position is available immediately</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Employment Type:</b> Full-Time</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Location:</b> Redwood City / San Carlos, CA</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Background:</b> Empower Efficiency is a small and growing consulting company dedicated to making energy…</p>
<p align="center"><b>Community Organizer (Redwood City / San Carlos)</b></p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Job Title:</b> Community Organizer (Redwood City / San Carlos)</p>
<p> </p>
<p><b>Start Date:</b> This position is available immediately</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Employment Type:</b> Full-Time</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Location:</b> Redwood City / San Carlos, CA</p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Background:</b> Empower Efficiency is a small and growing consulting company dedicated to making energy efficiency and renewable energy desirable to consumers. California has some of the most progressive energy and climate policies, setting it apart from the rest of the country. In partnership with local leaders and local electric and gas utilities, Empower Efficiency specializes in developing, implementing, and evaluating large-scale energy efficiency, renewable, and clean energy programs that combine consumer-focused community-based social marketing and grassroots outreach.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>We work closely with utilities, local governments, and community groups to motivate, enable, and engage a diverse range of customers in community-wide behavior and culture change programs. Our projects are cutting edge and very fast-paced. We follow the mantra “test, learn, adapt” and are constantly looking for innovative solutions and cost-effective opportunities to further energy efficiency and clean energy adoption.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Empower Efficiency was hired to help increase awareness and demand for energy efficiency behaviors, products, and programs. We are looking for two dynamic and enthusiastic local residents to join our team to help lead outreach efforts for a community-based energy efficiency pilot campaign. The Community Organizers should have a minimum of one to two (1 to 2) years of experience working on grassroots campaigns.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><b>Position Summary:</b> The Community Organizers will be responsible for generating program participation (e.g., recruiting participants) and establishing community connections. We are looking for applicants who know Redwood City and San Carlos and have local ties. They will report to the Lead Community Organizer, and will manage volunteers and community group partners. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: coordinating the strategic planning efforts of this community-based initiative in collaboration with partner organizations, and using grassroots organizing and advocacy methodologies to effectively implement this program. Community Organizers are also responsible for planning local events and workshops, neighborhood canvassing, tabling, other outreach approaches, and careful program tracking through data collection, data entry, and data analysis.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<ul>
<li><u>Community Organizing</u>: acquire and stay in touch with program participants; manage the creation and implementation of campaign plans; research and attend local tabling events; research and partner with local community organizations; attend relevant municipal meetings; plan local workshops and events; canvass; identify and train local volunteers; build stakeholder relationships; track participant information; enter and quality check data; complete program reports and analysis.</li>
<li><u>Volunteer Management</u>: identify and train volunteers.</li>
<li><u>Media</u>: log earned media hits in press book.</li>
<li><u>Data Entry</u>: log leads into data system.</li>
<li><u>Contractor Engagement</u>: work with local contractors and vendors on lead acquisition and retention.</li>
<li><u>Other responsibilities as needed.</u></li>
</ul>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p><b>Qualifications</b></p>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p>Minimum Qualifications:</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, graduate education is a plus</li>
<li>A minimum of one (1) year of experience with campaign organizing</li>
</ul>
<p><b> </b></p>
<p>Desired Qualifications:</p>
<ul>
<li>Fluency in additional non-English languages, especially Spanish, is a plus</li>
<li>Successful community organizing experience in clean energy, energy efficiency, or sustainability campaigns</li>
<li>Experience building and working with broad-based coalitions, such as, business interests, environmental organizations, health associations, union interests, teachers, faith-based organizations, and others</li>
<li>Strong oral and written communication skills, including experience in preparing and delivering public presentations and communicating directly with lawmakers</li>
<li>Ability to condense and explain technical information to concise and pointed summaries that can be understood by diverse constituents</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as a collaborative member of a team</li>
<li>Ability to develop and manage interpersonal relationships</li>
<li>Ability to design a work plan, prioritize and meet goals</li>
<li>Computer skills, including: word processing, databases, excel and power point</li>
<li>Well-organized and self-motivated</li>
<li>High attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks under strict deadlines</li>
<li>Ability to maintain a calm demeanor and ability work productively despite competing priorities, stress, and tight deadlines</li>
<li>Must be willing to travel throughout California and work occasional weekday evenings and weekends</li>
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<p><b>Compensation:</b> $40,000 to $50,000 per year (commensurate with experience)</p>
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<p>Interested candidates should submit the following documents to <a href="mailto:information@empowerefficiency.com" target="_blank">information@empowerefficiency.com</a>:</p>
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<li>Resume – No more than two pages</li>
<li>Cover Letter – Address the following questions in your cover letter:<ul>
<li>Why do you want this job?</li>
<li>What do you bring to our team?</li>
<li>What are your top three to five strengths?</li>
<li>At least two professional references (name, phone, email, position, company, span of dates that worked for the reference)</li>
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<p>Subject line of the email should read: Community Organizer Redwood City / San Carlos – [First Name Last Name]</p>
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<p><b>Application Deadline:</b> Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit your application no later than February 18, 2015.</p> Energy Auditor / Building Analyst required in Ann Arbor, MItag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2015-01-19:6069565:Topic:1739262015-01-19T12:15:22.676ZApril Ruehttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/AprilRue287
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Ms. Green Construction is home improvement contractor focused on providing products and services that improve the efficiency, sustainability, quality and comfort of our customers' homes.</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">We currently require a BPI Building Analyst (or equivalent) certified individual to perform home energy audits.…</p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Ms. Green Construction is home improvement contractor focused on providing products and services that improve the efficiency, sustainability, quality and comfort of our customers' homes.</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">We currently require a BPI Building Analyst (or equivalent) certified individual to perform home energy audits.</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">The desired individual will strive to provide excellent customer service and have exceptional communication skills. The ability to simplify complex ideas and problems into understandable and actionable solutions for homeowners is highly desired.</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Ms. Green Construction provides an excellent working environment and competitive compensation. We also support career and continuing professional development. The successful applicant will be provided with a company vehicle for work duties.</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Performing Energy Audits and Producing Reports</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Perform Quality Control and Ensure Customer Satisfaction</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Technical (Blower Door, Combustion Equipment Testing, etc)</p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Problem Solving (Identify &amp; Resolve Common Building Performance Issues)</p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Communications (Verbal and Written)</p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Organization (Prioritize and Manage Multiple Projects)</p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Accountable (Ensure Accurate Field Data Collection, Time Management)</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Other</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Valid Drivers License Required</p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Basic Carpentry Experience Required</p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Management Experience Desired</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Please send resume to jobs@msgreenconstruction.com</p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">More about <a href="http://www.msgreenconstruction.com" target="_blank">Ms. Green Construction</a> &amp; <a href="http://msgreenenergy.com" target="_blank">Ms. Green Energy</a></p> Northern California Energy Efficiency Enthusiast Neededtag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2014-11-20:6069565:Topic:1704082014-11-20T17:53:47.624ZDavid Kruegerhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/DavidKrueger
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<p><strong>We're busy</strong> and <strong>we are hiring</strong> retrofit technicians and energy auditors. You are immediately eligible for hiring if you are BPI certified and have field experience performing residential blower door whole-home assessments. If you have <strong>experience</strong> installing energy-saving measures including insulation, air sealing, ductwork, HVAC, solar PV, join our retrofit installation team! Immediate openings.…</p>
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<p><strong>We're busy</strong> and <strong>we are hiring</strong> retrofit technicians and energy auditors. You are immediately eligible for hiring if you are BPI certified and have field experience performing residential blower door whole-home assessments. If you have <strong>experience</strong> installing energy-saving measures including insulation, air sealing, ductwork, HVAC, solar PV, join our retrofit installation team! Immediate openings. You must live in our service area of Davis, Dixon, Woodland, Vacaville, Fairfield or Suisun City and have a positive attitude and clean DMV report.</p>
<p>Join the team of professionals serving Solano and Yolo counties for over 20 years. We offer above average compensation, paid holidays, full medical/dental/vision. <strong><a href="http://www.ghac.com/webapp/p/199/employment-inquiry" target="_blank">Apply Now!</a></strong></p> Job openings - Raleigh, NC - Residential Energytag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2014-11-06:6069565:Topic:1692962014-11-06T14:04:17.813ZLaura Langhamhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/LauraLangham
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<p>North Carolina Cooperative Extension E-Conservation Program is seeking a versatile candidate to provide needed operational support to the program. The successful candidate will assist in data collection, creation of material for website, outreach, survey…</p>
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<p>North Carolina Cooperative Extension E-Conservation Program is seeking a versatile candidate to provide needed operational support to the program. The successful candidate will assist in data collection, creation of material for website, outreach, survey distribution, and occasional administrative support to the Program Manager and Project Investigator. Duties may include communicating with and assisting homeowners participating in the program, contributing to social media content, and generating various reports to assist the Program Manager and Principal Investigator. Most importantly, the program has a need for a candidate with Excel skills to create spreadsheets, perform queries, and conduct basic reports based on query findings.</p>
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<p>Good Energy Retrofit is a small and focused, woman owned and operated, specialty residential construction company seeking to our sales &amp; marketing team. We are growing and need to add to our sales capacity. We are looking for individuals who demonstrate excellence in sales and customer service, with an innate desire to improve the well-being of families, homes and our environment. We make homes comfortable, safe, healthy and efficient and offer the services of energy efficiency…</p>
<p>Good Energy Retrofit is a small and focused, woman owned and operated, specialty residential construction company seeking to our sales &amp; marketing team. We are growing and need to add to our sales capacity. We are looking for individuals who demonstrate excellence in sales and customer service, with an innate desire to improve the well-being of families, homes and our environment. We make homes comfortable, safe, healthy and efficient and offer the services of energy efficiency upgrades, seismic retrofits, radon mitigation, solar and remodeling. If you have specialized experience in any of these areas coupled with excellent customer service and sales skill, we would like to meet you. Bring your skill to us and we will teach you ours! </p>
<p>If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and thrive in environments where you are strengthened by a management style of autonomy and respect, combined with your own desire to contribute to the growth of the team and business, you will love our company. For organized, self-motivators, our compensation is excellent. Commissioned-based salary and other benefits.</p>
<p><b>Responsibilities</b>: Residential home improvement sales and lead generation focused on energy efficiency, solar, seismic, radon and remodeling services. Paperwork processing &amp; report writing. Lead generation with support.</p>
<p><b>Requirements</b>: Sales Experience. At least 3 years of sales experience with demonstrated success in a related field. Ability to follow structured sales timeline and complete paperwork within that time frame. Self-discipline. Punctuality. Excellent follow-through with all of our customers. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Detail oriented and strong ethics. Reliable transportation.<br/> <br/> <b>Experience /training we’d like</b>: BPI Certification. College Degree. Experience in construction or sustainability fields.</p>
<p>Please send resume and cover letter to Kris Grube at kris@gerpdx.com. <b>No phone calls please. </b></p> Empower Efficiency is hiring!!!tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2014-10-23:6069565:Topic:1685772014-10-23T16:55:58.752ZEmpower Efficiencyhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/EmpowerEfficiency
<p><span>Empower Efficiency is a woman-owned firm dedicated to making energy efficiency and renewable programs desirable to consumers. As a mission-based organization, they are passionate about using behavior and culture change science to positively impact social issues. They are nationally recognized for their work on behavioral and community-based programs that create lasting results. They are lookng the fill the following positons:</span><br></br><br></br><span>Executive Assistant (Palm Springs,…</span></p>
<p><span>Empower Efficiency is a woman-owned firm dedicated to making energy efficiency and renewable programs desirable to consumers. As a mission-based organization, they are passionate about using behavior and culture change science to positively impact social issues. They are nationally recognized for their work on behavioral and community-based programs that create lasting results. They are lookng the fill the following positons:</span><br/><br/><span>Executive Assistant (Palm Springs, CA)</span><br/><span>Community-Based Outreach and Marketing Director (San Francisco Bay Area, CA)</span><br/><span>Program Associate (San Francisco Bay Area, CA)</span><br/><br/><span>Please visit their website </span><a target="blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/redirect?url=http%3A%2F%2Fempowerefficiency%2Ecom%2Fcareers%2F&amp;urlhash=sNbG&amp;_t=tracking_anet" rel="nofollow">http://empowerefficiency.com/careers/</a><span> for detailed job descriptions.</span></p>